Six Fun Ways to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day With Kids

When I was growing up we celebrated St. Patrick’s Day by pinching anyone who forgot to wear green. In college, a lot of people drank green beer. But what about now? Are there fun things to do as a family? Yes! Here are a few great ways to celebrate St. Patricks Day with kids.

Go to a Parade

Different than the Mardi Gras parades but still lots of fun! Many St. Patrick’s Day parades have already passed but you could still catch Irish-Italian this Sunday in Metairie! An enterprising person might even be able to turn their catches into dinner!

Create a Leprechaun Trap

Click this image for instructions on how to make this leprechaun trap!

So fun! These can be as complicated or as simple as you would like. I have some pins on the Pinterest board below if you need some instructions or inspiration. You set out your trap and just wait for the leprechaun to show up!

Have a Lucky Breakfast

Click this image for details on how to make St. Patrick’s Day pancakes.

You can make rainbow pancakes or green pancakes if you’re the talented type. If you’re less inclined. . . you can serve Lucky Charms! Either way it’s a fun way to start the day.

Make a Leprechaun Lunch

Click this link to find out exactly what’s in this green-themed lunch.

You can use a shamrock cookie cutter to make lunch into some interesting shapes or just serve a lot of green food. We’ve got a bunch of ideas in the pin board below if you need them.